Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack vs Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack

The main difference between the Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack and the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is that the Virga 2 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Fixed padded belt) while the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack does not.

Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack Front View
Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Granite Gear Granite Gear
Name Virga 2 Backpack Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack
Category Backpacking Travel
Sub Category Travel Carry on
Capacity (L) 52L 36L
Dimensions (in) 12.75 x 26.25 x 14 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 1.2 2.9
Fabric 210D Cordura Nylon Polyester
Color Tiger/Moonmist Black
Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 7, 2014 December 11, 2017
Rating 4.3 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Load-absorbing EVA foam padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Load-stabilizing sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Fixed padded belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers
Main Compartment Access Rolltop closure Clamshell
External Pockets Stretch mesh front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pockets
Internal Compartments Multiple interior pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle No No
Handles Top grab handle Padded comfort grab handles
Loops and Attachments Tool loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Add-a-bag pass through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ergonomic, molded foam back panel with lumbar support
Load Lifters Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Virga 2 Backpack by Granite Gear against the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack by Granite Gear .


Granite Gear 's Virga 2 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Travel features while Granite Gear 's Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry on features.

The Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack has a capacity of 52L (liters), weighs 1.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.75 x 26.25 x 14. It's made of 210D Cordura Nylon and is available in Tiger/Moonmist in comparison the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack's capacity is 36L with a size of 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.9 pounds and is available in Black.